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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1960
Page
7
Vern Law earned his eighth win with an eight hitter as the Pirates blanked the Phillies 3-0, giving Pittsburgh a six game win streak. Bob Friend closed the homestand with a three hit shutout over Cincinnati, whileSan Francisco and Milwaukee won to stay in pursuit in the NL standings.
Chester Lloydettes girls softball team will play Coatesville at 1 p.m. at Tieyd Field then host the Plainfield Marauders in a doubleheader at Lloyd Field with games at 2 and 4 p.m. Sunday.
Eddystone Fire Co. won its fifth game of the season as Hintze homered in the seventh to prevent a shutout, while Hosteller struck out five. The Fire Co. beat Eddy- Mike's 6-1 with strong hitting from Neal Wheel Paytor Lot and Basara. Sam Simpson pitched through jams, and Ron Hostetler led the Eddy offense with a late surge.
Harold Pee Wee White pitched a four hit game to lift the Linwood Oilers over the Middletown Lions 4-2 in a Co-Det League contest. White also went 2 for 4 with a double, as Linwood scored three in the first and added an insurance run in the second.
Dan Murtaugh avoided predicting a pennant or naming the Pirates’ chief rival after a 3-6 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. He said his wartime style team would face tough competition but declined to forecast a championship or single toughest challenger.
Vernon Law earned his eighth win as the Pirates beat Philadelphia while Bill Mazeroski’s slick defense at second and Roberto Clemente’s hitting pace the attack. Groat’s two runs driven and a Groat double play fueled a hot stretch as Dick Groat and Bob Skinner backed Clemente in the outfield. Manager Murtaugh praised the team despite the perilous moment on the field.
The piece recalls whispered predictions of a Pirates pennant and comments by Murtaugh noting it is far too early for such talk. It details a collision involving Tony Curry and Joe Kappe, injuries, and game irregularities as teams contend in a turbulent season. The narrative shifts to a dog show and obedience trials in Delaware County, noting entries, judging, and a charity sponsorship by the local SPCA.
American League standings show Baltimore leading with 27 wins and 16 losses, Cleveland 23-15, Chicago 22-20, Detroit 20-19, New York 18-20, Kansas City 19-23, Washington 23-??, Boston 13-24. Friday results include Washington over Baltimore 4-1 and Cleveland over Detroit 6-2. National League schedules list Pittsburgh at Philadelphia and other matchups with Chicago at Los Angeles and St Louis at San Francisco. several games noted as N or (2).
FELTONVILLE The Cardinals routed the Phillies 13-4 in a Sun Oil Babe Ruth League contest Friday. Cards powered by a seven-run third inning as Phillis led the offense.
Chester West’s Fisher Tank blanked Food Fair after a first inning two for Food Fair. Fedorchak struck out eight to earn the 6 2 win. Read like a compact historical box score noting key players and scoring sequence.
The Concordville Eagles defeated the Birmingham Braves 117 to 5 in a twilight matchup at Christy's Field, following a tightly contested win of 16 to 15 on Wednesday. The Braves suffered a second straight loss in two days as the Eagles dominated the field.
Chester Lampkin AC of the American Division and Reynold Springs of the National Division of the Detco Invitation Softball League meet Sunday at 2 p.m. in an exhibition game at Chester Park No. L. The match pairs two league rivals in a weekend tune up.
A wild scene at St Nicholas Arena Friday night led to a 15 minute disturbance after a boxing card. Fans booed and threw chairs into the ring as Emile Griffith and prelim fighters faced a divisive verdict. Police and officials moved to restore order. Three people were injured, including Fernandez manager and announcer Johnny Addie, amid damage to the venue facade.
In a Delaware County Baseball League clash Stroud pitched a no hitter through five innings as Tinicum built a 4-0 lead and defeated El Rancho 4-1. Rodgers sparked El Rancho with a late rally but Tinicum held on with a three-run first inning aided by Branton and Fillben. Ridley Park won 6-3 over Paramount Cubs with Wynne chipping in two runs for the Parkers.
Gold Seal rallied for three runs in the bottom of the seventh to beat Wein berg's nine 8 7. Stan Zac and John Margetich homered in the seventh to force a 7 7 tie. Jim Mullaney and George Newman doubled to seal the victory as Ray Lewis earned the win.
Corner Cafe of Chester Vineland New Jersey meets El Rancho of the 69 5th League in a Sunday 2 p.m. exhibition at Geneva Chemical field as over 300 cars contend in a drag racing program at Vineland Speedway.
In Chester, Sammy Taylor pitched a no hitter as Sbandi's of the Chester Major League blanked EL Rancho of the 69th Street League 2 to 0. Taylor doubled in Timmy Gill for the first run in the third. Shandi's tallied the second on a Bobby Ewing triple and Danny Murray single.
The Philadelphia Phillies lose shortstop Joe Koppe for eight weeks after a wrist fracture and dislocation from a collision in a 3-0 loss to the Pirates. Katzman and Meyer also on the DL with Cassellson sidelined last week and Curry bruised but not certain to return soon. Manager John Quinn said no plan yet on replacements and did not address Meyer's possible resignation over a fine.
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